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FOUR GEM-SET AND DIAMOND ETERNITY RINGS, 1930s
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
Each designed around the finger, one set with circular-cut diamonds, size M, the other three embellished with alternating circular-cut diamonds and calibré-cut sapphires, rubies and emeralds respectively, all size K.
Condition
Estimated total diamond weight in diamond eternity ring approximately 1.4 - 1.8 carats, bright, lively stones. Estimated total diamond weight in each coloured stone ring approximately 0.6 - 0.8 carats, bright and lively. Emeralds a bright green hue of medium colour saturation, typical inclusions visible with a 10x lens, two stones badly chipped. Sapphires a dark blue hue, strong saturation of colour, one stones visibly chipped. Rubies a strong red with typical inclusions visible with magnification, three stones noticeably chipped. Coloured stones throughout show clear signs of wear, rubbed facets. Mounts all with scratches and indentations consistent with age and wear, each inscribed '1.8.1938', 'Xmas 1939', 'Xmas 1939' and '1.8.39' respectively. In overall good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."